Cost and Benefit Changes During Federal Rulemakings
Data from recent rulemakings do not show that OIRA review systematically lowers estimated benefits and increases estimated costs.
Moving Toward the Evaluation State
By taking three feasible steps, the administration could help build a regulatory culture more supportive of ex post evaluation.
The Anti-Capture Justification for Regulatory Review
Better understanding of OIRA’s role – and its rationale – provides a new agenda for reform.
ACUS Examines Time it Takes the White House to Review Rules
ACUS floats proposals to make rule review faster and more transparent.
Regulatory Cooperation in the TTIP
Coordination between the U.S. and the EU can foster better trade and improved outcomes.
Bill Moves Forward to Amend the Regulatory Process
Debate ensues over the proposed Regulatory Accountability Act.
Can Agencies Legally Use Social Media for Rulemaking?
ACUS draft report analyzes legal obstacles for using social media in rulemaking.
Debate Ensues Over Congressional Control of Agency Rulemaking
Scholars debate the constitutionality–and wisdom–of the REINS Act.
What Should the New OIRA Administrator Do?
Now that Howard Shelanski is confirmed, he faces choices about his priorities.
Debate over OIRA’s Virtues and Vices Continues
Cass Sunstein and Lisa Heinzerling debate what really happens in OIRA.
Senators Question President’s Pick for OIRA Administrator
Howard Shelanski questioned on delays, retrospective review, and role for cost-benefit analysis.